This bill enacts a new provision in Louisiana law that establishes an additional court fee for criminal cases in St. Mary Parish. Specifically, it mandates that a fee ranging from five to ten dollars be imposed on every defendant who is convicted, whether through trial or a guilty plea. The revenue generated from this fee is designated solely for the operational costs of the parish coroner's office.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the implementation of these new court fees is contingent upon a recommendation from the Judicial Council, which must confirm that the fees align with applicable guidelines before they can be collected. This ensures that no fees will be imposed or collected without the necessary approval from the Judicial Council, thereby providing a regulatory check on the new fee structure.